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Chicken thighs are the legs of the chicken, it is a juicy meat due to its fat content, slightly higher than the rest of the bird. They are also called drumsticks. They are located in the lower part of the leg below the knee joint. Properties and benefits: Chicken thighs provide a lot of zinc, which is one of the most important minerals as it is responsible for metabolism, the nervous system, and the immune system. They are more filling than other parts of the chicken, possibly because they contain more fat. Most of the fat is monounsaturated fat and almost all of it is found in the skin. High protein content, which is necessary for muscle and bone maintenance. B vitamins, such as B3, B9, and B12, make it good for circulation and skin, as well as for fetal development in pregnant women. The vitamin A it contains helps maintain eye health. It contains tryptophan and serotonin, which improve our mood and help combat stress. It also contains the following minerals: phosphorus, calcium, magnesium, iron, potassium, selenium, and zinc. Nutritional value per 100 grams: Fiber 0.0 g Saturated Fatty Acids 1.4 g Monounsaturated Fatty Acids 1.4 g Polyunsaturated Fatty Acids 0.49 g Cholesterol 68.3 mg Calcium 12.4 mg Iron 1.5 mg Zinc 0.8 mg Folic Acid 11.4 ug Sodium 417.0 mg Storage and tips: In an airtight container in the bottom of the refrigerator to avoid contaminating the food below. If you are not going to consume it immediately, the best option is to freeze it. Chicken usually takes 1 to 2 days to thaw. Recipe and uses in the kitchen: Chicken drumsticks are ideal for stews or baked with lemon; Preheat the oven to 200 degrees, Cut an onion into rings and place them in an oven-safe tray. Wash and cut a lemon in half. Squeeze the juice of one half onto the onion. Place the chicken drumsticks on top of the onion. Add 4 sliced garlic cloves and fresh thyme. Then add a glass of white wine and chopped rosemary, oil, salt, and pepper. Bake for approximately 1 hour.